Pavarotti family distances itself from far-right politician Vannacci

Luciano Pavarotti’s family has drawn a firm line between the late tenor and a political video posted by Roberto Vannacci, leader of the far-right party Futuro Nazionale.

“

never granted permission to use the voice, name or identity of Luciano Pavarotti

The family said it had “never granted permission to use the voice, name or identity of Luciano Pavarotti.” Italian media quoted the relatives as saying they “strongly distance themselves from any connection between his person and political messages, positions or initiatives.”

Vannacci’s video appears to have been generated with artificial intelligence. It shows the politician surrounded by pistols aimed at him, while Pavarotti’s voice sings the famous line “At dawn, I will win” from Giacomo Puccini’s aria “Nessun dorma.”

“

strongly distance themselves from any connection between his person and political messages, positions or initiatives

Vannacci responds in the video to criticism and accusations against him and his party with the phrase “I don’t care.” He also displays labels used by critics, including “xenophobic,” “homophobic,” “sexist” and “Moscow’s Trojan horse,” before adding: “See you at dawn.”

“

I don’t care

Vannacci has gained prominence in Italy’s right-wing camp through sharp statements on migration and homosexuality. He founded Futuro Nazionale this year, and recent polls showed the party overtaking the coalition’s junior partners, Lega and Forza Italia.

“

See you at dawn